The Drowned Fisherman | Michael Ancher | 1896

Michael Ancher’s "The Drowned Fisherman" (1896) presents a solemn and deeply moving scene of communal grief. In a dimly lit interior, the lifeless body of a fisherman is laid out on a table, surrounded by family and villagers whose quiet gestures and bowed heads convey shock, sorrow, and helplessness. Ancher’s restrained realism and careful use of light focus attention on the still figure at the center, transforming a private tragedy into a powerful meditation on loss, solidarity, and the harsh realities of life by the sea.

Frame:

Created from high-quality wood, milled with simple clean lines and presented with a satin finish. Includes an off-white mount that will not discolour or fade with age.

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Print: 

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• Simple, elegant design
• Premium, fine art paper with a gently textured surface
• Handmade by specialist picture framers
• FSC certified off-white mat / window mount
• Delivered ready for hanging